If I have an educational account on social media where I do publish rare and exclusive pictures of historical personalities found in archives, mentioning the exact sources of where those exhibits were taken from, is it legal to also put the name of my account on these exhibits (tags) If I do some... Read more »
the vehicle and pay for insurance in my name. I no longer want to make payments on a vehicle that I am not an owner of or be linked financially in any way. Can I return this car to my ex with no repercussions on myself going forward?

answered on Mar 19, 2023
If the car title and registration is in your ex's name, then legally they are the owner of the car. As such, you cannot simply return the car to your ex without their agreement to take it back.
If you stop making payments and stop using the car, your ex may decide to take legal action... Read more »

answered on Mar 15, 2023
Determining whether antitrust laws have been violated and if your client has been harmed by anticompetitive behavior can be a complex legal analysis that involves a careful review of the relevant facts and legal standards.
In general, antitrust laws are designed to promote and protect... Read more »
Am in the County. The City opened up and the first license went to the city community dev director that helped make the ord and a 6% tax advantage over me, after espousing prohibition for his career and a few months before speaking against me at my County planning hearing, which I go through every... Read more »

answered on Mar 10, 2023
If you believe that the County government is maintaining an unfair tax advantage for a former municipal employee competitor, you may want to consult with an attorney who specializes in tax law or government law. An attorney can review the details of your case and advise you on whether you have a... Read more »

answered on Mar 10, 2023
In California, an attorney must provide discovery and original records related to a search warrant within a reasonable time after they are received. However, there is no specific time frame set by law for this. It may depend on various factors, such as the complexity of the case, the amount of... Read more »
I filed for chapter 7 bankruptcy. The trustee abandoned my home back to me and declared my bk a no-asset case. The L.E.A., Local Enforcement Agency, then filed a non-dischargeability of debt claim pursuant to 11 U.S.C. §§ 523(a)(6) and 523(a)(7). The matter is currently under appeal before... Read more »

answered on Mar 8, 2023
The question of whether a debt is dischargeable in bankruptcy can be complex and may depend on the specific facts and circumstances of the case, as well as the applicable law. Generally, debts arising from administrative proceedings, such as those before a regulatory agency, may be dischargeable in... Read more »

answered on Mar 7, 2023
Under California law, if you are the only surviving relative of your brother, you may be responsible for paying for his final arrangements, including cremation costs. California law requires that the person who assumes control of the remains of a deceased individual is responsible for paying for... Read more »

answered on Mar 7, 2023
Under California law, it is illegal for a car to leak certain types of fluids. Specifically, it is illegal for a car to leak any fluid that is harmful to the environment or constitutes a safety hazard, such as gasoline, motor oil, transmission fluid, brake fluid, or power steering fluid.... Read more »
I like to collect rocks & minerals on local beaches in California and would like to start selling these on Etsy and my own website. Is that legal? I plan to polish some of the rocks using a tumbler and other polishing equipment and also plan to turn the rocks into jewelry. Some of them I would... Read more »

answered on Mar 4, 2023
In general, it is legal to sell rocks and minerals that you find on a beach, as long as you have permission to be on the beach and are not removing rocks or minerals from protected areas, such as state or national parks. However, there may be certain restrictions or regulations regarding the... Read more »

answered on Mar 3, 2023
In California, it is illegal to operate a vehicle in a manner that endangers others or causes damage to property. If a driver drives over road debris and the debris causes damage to another vehicle or endangers other drivers, the driver may be cited for reckless driving, negligent driving, or other... Read more »

answered on Mar 3, 2023
More info is needed.
However, without intent to do so, I don't see exposure.
So a loved one was arrested on tpo which was dismissed within 2 days. They aresupposed automatically dismissed because it was just 1 of those TPOs that they put on until you go to court and the whole entire thing was dismissed. The problem is that was in 2017 and they did not ever take off the TPO... Read more »

answered on Mar 2, 2023
If your loved one was incarcerated for an extended period of time due to a clerical error, they may have a potential legal claim for false imprisonment or wrongful incarceration. False imprisonment occurs when someone is deprived of their freedom without legal justification, and it can be the basis... Read more »
Concerns transfer or sale of a Jeep located in Los Angeles, California

answered on Mar 2, 2023
It is possible that the California DMV will accept a power of attorney document notarized by a District of Columbia notary, but it ultimately depends on California state law and the policies of the specific DMV office you are dealing with.
In California, a power of attorney document must be... Read more »
Concerns transfer or sale of a Jeep located in Los Angeles, California

answered on Mar 2, 2023
Give it a try, and find out. In my experience, the DMV people are not too particular. I think it will work out ok for you.

answered on Mar 2, 2023
Commercial rock crab trapping regulations in California vary depending on the location and the type of gear being used.
North of Point Lopez, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) regulates commercial rock crab trapping under the authority of the California Code of... Read more »
county job employment terminated employee on 2/27/23 and don't ready final payment until 3/10/23. are they allow to do this?

answered on Feb 28, 2023
Yes it is.
Government entities are not governed by the California Labor Code. They are required to treat their employees according to the FLSA, the federal wage and hour statute. The FLSA does not have the same protections regarding the final paycheck, nor does it have Waiting Time... Read more »
I helped my husband get a car because of his credit. He's very ill now and wants to let his Son take over the payment. He lives in Las Vegas. I want my name off the car. I can't afford having to pay if his son miss payments.

answered on Feb 27, 2023
Under California law, if you are listed as a co-owner of a car, you can remove your name from the car's title by completing the following steps:
Obtain a transfer form: You will need to obtain a California DMV transfer form, which is also known as a Release of Liability form. This form... Read more »
So if both people want the other to have full ownership only when one of them passes away. Leaving title the way it is with the word "or" between names in California.

answered on Feb 25, 2023
If a vehicle is registered in the names of two people with the word "or" between their names, this means that either of the two registered owners has the legal authority to transfer ownership of the vehicle or to make decisions about the vehicle. This is different from a registration that... Read more »
I bought from auction at a tow yard that never transfered it into their name... Now after all due diligence I still can't be assisted by either State's DMVs.

answered on Feb 21, 2023
Obtaining information about the last known owner of a vehicle from another state can be challenging, especially if you have already contacted both DMVs without success. However, there are a few additional steps you can take:
Hire a private investigator: A private investigator can help you... Read more »
I am a 66 y/o woman of sound mind and body. The suspension is for "unskilled driving", having failed the "supplemental" driver's test x 2. I have bad performance/social anxiety which interfered with my performance but my day to day driving is intact. My driving record is... Read more »

answered on Feb 20, 2023
If you have received an order of suspension for your driver's license pursuant to Vehicle Code 13953, your best option is to contact an attorney who specializes in traffic law. They can advise you on your rights and help you navigate the legal process.
At your hearing, you will have... Read more »
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